Striped Dwarf Catfish
Mystus vittatus — Active schooling Asian catfish; eats small fish, keep with larger tankmates.
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Mystus vittatus |
|---|---|
| Type | bottom_dweller |
| Adult size | 6" |
| Minimum tank | 40 gal |
| Group size | 3+ |
| Temperament | semi_aggressive |
| Temperature | 73-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| GH | 4-12 |
| Diet | Sinking meaty foods, frozen |
| Swimming zone | bottom |
| Care level | moderate |
| Plant-safe | Yes |